Erik Ten Hag on Brink of Sack as Man Utd Crisis Deepens - But Is He Really to Blame?

Erik ten Hag's fate as the manager of Manchester United hangs precariously in the balance, with an executive board meeting set to take place today to deliberate on the current state of the team.

The Old Trafford outfit has been embroiled in a deepening crisis, with fans, pundits, and former players alike calling into question ten Hag's ability to lead the club forward.

However, in a candid interview, former United striker Andy Cole has come to the defense of the under-fire manager, insisting that ten Hag is not solely to blame for the team's struggles.

'I don't think you can put the blame squarely at the feet of the manager,' Cole said. 'There are a lot of issues that need to be addressed at Manchester United, and I think it's unfair to say it's all down to Erik ten Hag.'

Cole's sentiments have been echoed by a number of other former United players, who have expressed concerns about the state of the club's infrastructure and the level of support provided to the manager.

Despite these assertions, the pressure on ten Hag continues to mount, with many questioning whether he has the necessary skills and experience to lead the team back to the top.

The executive board meeting is set to be a crucial moment in the club's history, with the fate of ten Hag and the future direction of the team hanging precariously in the balance.

United fans will be on tenterhooks as they await the outcome of the meeting, with many anxious to see what the future holds for the beleaguered Red Devils.

For now, ten Hag remains in the dark, unsure of what the future holds, but knowing that he has the support of some of the club's most influential figures.

Whether that will be enough to save his job, only time will tell.